Ypsilanti, MI (June 8, 2023) - One person was killed, and another was injured following a car accident in Ypsilanti on Wednesday, June 7.

The accident occurred at the intersection of Washtenaw Avenue and Cornell Road at around 7:15 a.m. Two vehicles reportedly collided at the scene, and one person was pinned underneath a car. That victim had to be extricated by emergency responders.

The pinned victim sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The other driver was hospitalized for treatment. The area was closed for several hours while emergency crews were present.

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is in progress.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Deadly Car Accidents in Michigan

Every year, there are hundreds of thousands of accidents on Michigan's highways, ranging from minor collisions to high-impact crashes with fatalities or significant injuries. A total of 323,048 vehicle collisions involving passenger cars, SUVs, or vans were reported in the state in 2021. The Michigan Department of State Police's most recent figures show that 1,111 of these collisions resulted in fatalities, 64,666 in injuries, and 257,271 in property damage. You should see an experienced attorney if you were hurt in an automobile accident.Your life will never be the same again if a loved one loses their life in an automobile accident. The surviving family members may be on the hook for any financial damages resulting from the crash. Bringing a lawsuit can help you and your family move past the trauma and, at the very least, aid in your financial recovery, even if it might seem the furthest thing from your mind.Families who have lost a loved one as a result of another party's negligence may be qualified to file a claim against the negligent party. A wrongful death claim may be used to pay for any funeral and hospital costs as well as any other immediate financial losses brought on by the loss of a loved one. Recovery from wrongful death claims can be a difficult and time-consuming procedure. With the aid of a skilled attorney, you and your family can obtain the compensation you are entitled to.Nothing in your life will ever be the same again if a loved one is killed in a fatal auto accident. A Michigan personal injury attorney can fight for monetary compensation if you lost a loved one as a result of someone else's negligence. Our wrongful death attorneys in Ypsilanti are aware of the grief that happens when a family member's death was not their fault. We are here to help during this difficult time. The attorneys at Christopher Trainor & Associates have assisted many families in Michigan in filing successful wrongful death lawsuits. If you want to schedule a free consultation to discuss your legal options following a deadly traffic accident, call our offices at 248-886-8650.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find incorrect information, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request. Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business.